[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pass the Keys | Smugglers Cottage - Unique Margate Home Vacation home in Margate, a short walk to Margate Beach ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105810000/105809500/105809403/dce032ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105810000/105809500/105809403/d71cc373.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105810000/105809500/105809403/8c10f453.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105810000/105809500/105809403/b9a964c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105810000/105809500/105809403/98fe1d47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Margate Old Town, Smugglers Cottage offers a quirky seaside retreat with modern luxury. Unwind in the private garden, explore nearby shops and restaurants, or enjoy the beautiful beach just moments away. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41195 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pass the Keys | Smugglers Cottage - Unique Margate Home About this space ● Quirky, stylish and architect designed recently refurbished grade II listed cottage for up to 4 guests in the heart of Margate Old Town. ● Superb central seaside location, just minutes from the beach with local shops, restaurants and attractions within easy reach. ● Perfect for longer stays or quick weekend getaways. ● Equipped with top-notch modern amenities and all the homely touches you need to feel comfortable during your stay. The space Welcome to Smugglers Cottage, our unique Grade II listed cottage dating back to 1690, nestled in the heart of Margate Old Town. Refurbished with our guests in mind, this quirky and characterful property offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Smugglers Cottage boasts a prime central location, allowing you to explore the vibrant Old Town with ease. A variety of excellent restaurants and bars, ranging from cosy pubs to fine dining establishments, are just moments away. The beautiful Margate beach with its epic sunsets is also within close reach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or enjoying a leisurely walk along the shore. Dreamland Margate is just a 10 minute stroll away. The property includes a living room and open plan kitchen and dining area, leading out onto a private garden, as well as two double bedrooms, one full bathroom and one toilet, and a utility room. Blending timeless appeal with contemporary comfort and a prime location, Smugglers Cottage provides an ideal retreat for those seeking both adventure and convenience. We look forward to welcoming you and ensuring you have a memorable stay in Margate Old Town! Cottage Layout: Enter through the street door and into the cosy living room, containing a 2 seater sofa and 2 arm chairs, rug, lamp, coffee table, bookshelf and smart TV, featuring popular apps such as Netflix. Connected is the open plan kitchen with a modern electrical oven, stove and stylish Smeg fridge-freezer. The kitchen is equipped with all the essentials you need such as a microwave, toaster, coffee machine and kettle. The back of the kitchen features a dining table with 5 chairs and a glass extension with floor to ceiling windows. There is also a small toilet by the back door. Through the glass door in the kitchen, you'll discover the secluded private garden with small table and chairs- the perfect place to relax and reflect on the day’s adventures. Up a set of stairs, you’ll find a landing with a bookshelf and storage space underneath. The master bedroom is to the left, featuring a lavish king sized bed, bedside tables, a chest of drawers with a mirror, and hanger space on the wall. On the right is the second bedroom, with comfy double bed, bedside tables and a large storage unit for you to use. Up another set of stairs you will reach the top floor- On the left is the large bathroom with quirky exposed brick and cottage roof features, containing a bathtub and separate overhead shower unit, and a toilet. Across the landing is a small utility room with a washing machine and dryer, iron and ironing board. You will have access to the entire property. I won’t be around but Pass The Keys will be managing the property on my behalf and will be available to contact 24/7 for any assistance you may need. We provide complimentary tea, coffee, and essential toiletries for the initial days of your stay. Should you require more, it is only a 2 minute walk to the nearest supermarket. The property does not provide a car parking space, however free local parking can be found on local streets within 10 minutes walk to the property, or paid parking can be found nearby. Guest access Guests have access to the whole property. The house is accessed through its own private door on Lombard Street. Other things to note ●Check-in time is after 4pm and check-out time is before 10am. A £65 charge will be requested if guests check themselves in early without permission or if guests do not check out on time as this will cause disruption to my cleaner’s schedule. ●Parties and smoking will not be tolerated- an extra fee of £250 will apply should any house rules be broken. ●Pets are permitted at the property for an additional fee of £55 for cleaning and a maximum of 1 big or 2 small pets ●DURING YOUR STAY- My property management team will be available 24/7 via Airbnb, email, or phone to provide any assistance my guests may need. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. Pets - allowed Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,195 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114284200/114284107/2401f79f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Margate | Heritage Home | Luxurious Beds | Garden Margate - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=114284107&PinnedHotelID=114284107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86270000/86263300/86263214/d7dd339e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic cosy Old Town cottage-parking, garden, 2-min walk to beach Margate Old Town - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=86263214&PinnedHotelID=86263214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111240000/111230100/111230098/4fc0e3ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Seafront Retreat in Viking Bay - Dog Friendly! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 3826786 ## About the area Margate Old Town, a neighborhood in Margate, is home to this vacation home. Margate Tudor House and Shell Grotto are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Margate Harbour Arm and AMF Bowling Margate. Dreamland and Bugsy's Tenpin Bowling are also worth visiting. [Visit our Margate travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Margate.dx602734) [View more Vacation homes in Margate](https://www.expedia.ca/Margate-Private-Vacation-Homes.d602734-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.38907%2C1.38262&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=97x6_KScFlaj4tK7BW0kk1tkGW4=) Margate ### What's nearby - Margate Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Dreamland - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Shell Grotto - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Botany Bay - 5 min drive - 3.6 km - Westwood Cross Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 3.7 km ### Getting around - Margate Station - 12 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 118 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Xylo Brewing - ‬3 min walk - ‪Peter's Fish Factory - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Wig & Pen - ‬1 min walk - ‪Angela's - ‬2 min walk - ‪The George & Heart House - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Smugglers Cottage - Unique Margate Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pass the Keys | Smugglers Cottage - Unique Margate Home? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pass the Keys | Smugglers Cottage - Unique Margate Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Smugglers Cottage - Unique Margate Home located? > Located in Margate Old Town, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Margate Museum and Margate Beach. Margate Tudor House and Margate Harbour Arm are also within 5 minutes. Margate Station is 12 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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